Evie had woken up since dawn to watch the sunrise. Uncle John said there is nothing that could beat the beauty of Locksley's sunrise and she wanted to prove it. She had propped her window with some pillows and blanket to keep her warm from the chilly air. Daddy's right. She fell in love with Locksley right when she arrived. There was something so fascinating about Locksley, especially the Sherwood Forest. Sure its palace wasn't something grand like Enchanted Forest has, but that doesn't make it any less good. It felt indescribably welcoming, Evie could perfectly imagine how fun would it be to spend her whole summer here.

She sat against the window as the dawn started to broke. The sun rose slowly, casting sunbeam throughout the trees. As it climbed higher into the sky, the sky changed is color from a deep blue tone into a mix of red and orange hues. After the sun has finally risen, Evie slipped out of her room and decided to take a stroll around the palace. There were some maids she met at the hall, all bowing to her. All these bowing and curtsies made her laugh sometimes; it felt awkward. It's still early in the morning, no wonder it felt so quiet. Evie walked barefoot on the grass, which glistened in the early-morning dew. The feeling of the soft, damp grass felt someway good on her feet. This whole experience was mesmerizing. Locksley clearly holds a special space in her heart.

She ended up visiting the stable. Evie always loves the horses and always wanted to ride one. She easily spotted Bandit and Rocinante; her parents' prized steeds. Evie moved toward slowly, trying to pet Rocinante and offering him an apple. Rocinante gladly enjoyed it, making it easier for Evie to pet him. She brushed his mane with her fingers to detangle them. She quickly grabbed the brush, gently brushing it. Evie knew she had to build her trust between her and the horse before learning how to ride on one.

"Princess!"

Evie jumped a little, startled by the voice. "Good morning, Uncle Will! Thank heaven that Rocinante wasn't startled or I might be kicked." She sighed. "And please stop calling me Princess."

"But you are! You better get use to it. Everyone you meet will call you by that title."

She sat on the stack of hay, staring blankly at her parents' steeds. Uncle Will's right. She's a princess and there was so much more to it than just a title. There was so much responsibility waiting up for her.

Realizing that he had made Evie overthinking, Will Scarlett tried to change the subject. "What makes you up so early?"

She shrugged. "Uncle John says Locksley have the most beautiful sunrise, so I decided to watch it."

"Was he right?"

Evie nodded happily; smiling from ear to ear. She watched as Will Scarlett preparing his horse for a ride. He said he was going to go to the village, checking on their people to report everything back to Robin. She smiled a bit, hearing his father is a good leader sent warmth over her heart.

"We really don't deserve Daddy. Right, Bandit?" Evie walked over Bandit, studying him as he ate. "You know I kind of envy you. You must've spent more time with Daddy than I am."

"Thank you, for always being my father's best companion." Said Evie as she stroked Bandit's snout. "You too, Rocinante. I know how much Mommy loves you."

"Evie darling, what are you doing here?" There was her mother, standing in the doorway while putting her gloves on. Regina was already dressed in her riding suit.

"I honestly have no idea. I just wanted to be here." Evie laughed sweetly. "Where are you going, Mommy?"

"I'm just going to ride Rocinante around the yard." She smiled as putting the bridle on her steed.

"Seems like there will be a race this morning." Robin laughed as he entered the stable. "Are you up for a race?"

Regina smirked, holding her head up. She raised an eyebrow while teasing him. "Are you really challenging me? Do you forget that I'm the best?"

"Quite confident aren't you?"

Regina cackled, leading Rocinante out from the stable. "You better beat me this time, Thief."

Robin hurried to lead Bandit out, now he and Regina are side by side. They hoped on their horses; ready to start the race.

"There's no doubt that Evie is on my side." He bragged.

"That can't be. She knows who's the best between us. Right, dear?"

Evie laughed hard. She realized her parents weren't really arguing, but she found this was ridiculous. "I'm not choosing over my parents! I'll cheer for you both."

"Right, let's start." Robin winked to Regina who only snorted in reaction.

"This is going to be fun!" Evie exclaimed. "Alright, on the count of three. One, two, three!"

Right before Evie hit three, they already blasted like a bolt of lightning. The sound of galloping horses filling out the air. This was undoubtedly jaw-dropping for Evie; her parents are equally good when it comes to horseback riding. It was truly a race. There was almost no gap between them, it's like they were riding side by side in a full speed. Mommy was currently leading, she successfully jumped over a log that got in her way. She rode Rocinante gracefully though she was on a race. Daddy wasn't really as good as Mommy when it comes to obstacles, but he was absolutely amazing to rode Bandit in the free way. He was so carefree, syncing with Bandit in every move. Pacing a little bit faster, now Daddy was exactly on Mommy's side. She glanced towards Daddy and smirked as if she was telling him he didn't stand a chance. She gave Rocinante a cue by lightly squeezing her calves and heels; she's telling Rocinante to speed up. Daddy shook his head in disbelief, laughing as he did.

Evie stood still, waving her hands. It was hard to tell who was leading. They run past her together, means that the race is a tie. Slowing down their steeds, Evie heard them laughing carelessly.

Robin mounted off Bandit, leading him to walk closer to Regina. He offered his hand to help Regina mounted off Rocinante.

"That was quite a match, milady."

Still laughing, Regina almost knocked Robin down with her hug. "It was a fun ride. You're much better than me!"

"I'm nothing compares to you, Lady Regina."

Her laughter became louder; her hug became tighter. "It's been a long time since anyone calls me that."

Evie ran towards her parents and they happily opened up their arms, she ran into their embrace. "I wish I could ride like you."

Her innocent reaction made Regina's and Robin's hearts sink. Robin inhaled deeply, controlling the guilt that suddenly gripped his heart.

"We could teach you if you want."

Evie buried her face on her father's shoulder. She left out a belly laugh, she never thought she could feel so free, so loved.

Regina stroked her daughter's hair, a gesture she found she always did subconsciously. "Your birthday party is in a few weeks. How do you feel?"

"Pretty excited and nervous at the same time." She took a seat on the ground, followed by her parents. "I'm pretty excited to finally wear my own designs, yet still pretty nervous because it's my first party ever. I fear that I could ruin my own party. I'm not that kind of princess anyway."

"Don't worry, sweetheart. I ruined my first ball." Robin implied. "Not like I really messed it up, but I stepped on your Mother's foot for like five times throughout our dance. It's pretty embarrassing."

Regina covered up her eyes as she started laughing. "I got to soak my feet in cold water right after the ball ended. It hurts so bad!"

Placing her hand on Evie's thigh, she said: "It's just a party, nothing to be worried for. We're going to celebrate you and you just need to be you and have fun! That's all you need to do."

Little did they know, someone has been eyeing on every of their movements. She grunted, stomping her foot like a child throwing on a tantrum.

"They weren't supposed to be happy!"

"You can always take it away, Zelena. You did it once." Walsh–her right hand–suggested.

"You will refer to me as Madam or I'll turn you back into a flying monkey."

"Right. Forgive me, Madam." The thought of going back into flying monkey for heaven knows how long will it be sent shivers down his spine.

"You're right, though. I could always take their happiness away. It was once mine." Zelena sighed in distress.

Walsh whispered under his breath: "Well, what goes around comes back around."

"I beg your pardon?" Tilting her head toward him, her voice filled with anger.

"Well– you took their happiness in the cruelest way imaginable. Perhaps this is your price. There is a hole in your heart that you could never fill."

"Enough! You talk too loud!" Zelena flicked her fingers, turning Walsh back into a flying monkey. He screeched in dissatisfaction, trying to say something she wouldn't understand.

"Shut your mouth or I'll turn you into a caterpillar!" She snapped back. "Shoo! Behave yourself if you want to be back into your human form."

She threw herself to her throne, resting her head in her palm. Scanning the room, Zelena realized she had no one but herself all along. Her life was, still is miserable thanks to Cora. How could she completely forget about her and gave birth to Regina; who were raised her into a perfect daughter?

Zelena always hated her sister for everything. Regina had taken everything for granted. Zelena hated her stupidity the most; she almost had the world, yet she threw it all away for love.

She looked at the mirror, spying on their perfect little family. Robin and Evie were laughing at Regina's story as she was leaning into her father's embrace. Regina looked so smitten; her cheeks were as red as a rose. Robin felt her fingers brushing his fingertips, then he slipped his fingers into his palm. Robin cackled, Regina's cheeks grew redder.

Again, anger was burning inside her. Looking at how happy and content her sister is, made her remember how unwanted she was. She clenched her fist, casting her own nails to her palm. Green fireball appeared once Zelena unclenched her fist. She scowled, cursing under her breath:

"I promise you; your happiness won't last long. You're going to suffer without seeing them coming this time. I shall take what once was mine."